Location: Southampton (onsite requirements vary depending on project demands - more detail below)
Duration: 6 month contract
Rate: 64.22ph UMB (Inside IR35)
Role details:
Our client, a prominent player in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a Principal Software Engineer for a contract position in Southampton. This opportunity involves working on innovative software solutions for integrated sensors and protection systems, requiring both on-site and flexible working arrangements.
Key Responsibilities:
Developing bare metal embedded C++ software
Working with embedded interfaces such as CAN bus, I2C, SPI, GPIO
Employing tools and approaches specific to embedded development
Collaborating on-site in Southampton 1-4 days a week, with flexibility depending on project needs
Maintaining SC clearance or the ability to obtain it for UK eyes-only projects
Job Requirements:
Experience with Software Engineering, Embedded C/C++, and Linux
Proficiency in UML and embedded Linux
Hands-on experience with bare metal embedded C++ software development
Familiarity with embedded interfaces and development tools
Ability to work both on-site in Southampton and remotely as required
Eligibility for SC clearance to work on specific projects
Desirable Skills:
C# application development
Experience with developing Windows & Linux applications
Understanding of software lifecycle processes
Familiarity with configuration management tools like git
Software design experience with SysML / UML
Experience in developing test cases and procedures
Experience with iterative development lifecycles such as tailored Agile
Proficiency with tools associated with iterative development like Jira and DevOps
Knowledge of Docker, virtual machines, and CI tools like Jenkins
If you are a Principal Software Engineer looking to contribute to pioneering software developments in the Defence & Security sector, we encourage you to apply now for this contract opportunity in Southampton.